Did you know that apple peels contain about a third of the ascorbate/vitamin C in an apple and up to 40 percent of it's flavonols? Since most pesticide residue is on the skin, if you peel a conventional apple to reduce pesticide exposure, you also lose a lot of nutritional benefit.

To make sure you're getting the nutrients but not the pesticides you can either buy organic apples or wash them with warm water and Veggie Wash.

Try these simple lifestyle changes, quick fixes, and product suggestions to tackle puffy eyes, dark circles, crow's feet, and crinkled lids.

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Not sure if any of you have tried these out yet but here is just another way to get sleek and toned.  Kettlebells, those metal orbs that look like cannonballs with handles, are finally making their way into gym classes. Until recently, most clubs reserved the weights for trainers working with clients, but word is out that the iron balls are an effective way to switch up your strength routine. The secret to their (and your) success is in the design:

"Unlike a dumbbell, a kettlebell's weight is unstable—it shifts when you do—so you have to use more muscles to control it and stay balanced," says Chris Hall, a trainer in New York City who created this routine.

"That raises the intensity."

You'll work harder than you would during a normal strength workout, and get more sculpted. So grab a pair of these funnylooking gizmos today and give them a try.

The Plan: You'll need Two 4-kilogram (about 9 pounds each) or heavier kettlebells (find them at performbetter.com)

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Jennifer Love Hewitt was recently interviewed by Health and shares her healthy lifestyle tips.

Q: How do you keep your energy up?

A: I eat tiny snacks every hour and a half, whether it’s a bite of salad, a piece of cheese, or an apple. I also keep avocados in my trailer; I cut one in half and put lime juice on it. It’s the greatest snack—it has good fat and will really fill you up.

Q: What are your food weaknesses?

A: Pizza. And I was a big ice-cream person before I found out I was allergic to it. I’ve gone seven months without having any dairy, aside from a bit of cheese. It was a really hard transition for me. My number-one health recommendation is to go to a naturopath. It’s changed my life—my immune system is better, my energy is better. They do these tests to find out what foods your body doesn’t respond well to. And all of a sudden you think back and say:

“You know what? Every time I ate Chinese food, my stomach did hurt a little the next day.”

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We all know that Broccoli is good for us.  Here is just another great reason to load up with this nutritious green veggie. New studies have found that broccoli combats diabetes. Broccoli is already known for its cancer-fighting properties, but a new study suggests the vegetable could reverse some of the damage done by diabetes, BBC News reports.

British researchers at the University of Warwick examined the impact of sulforaphane, broccoli's core cancer-fighting chemical, on blood vessel cells damaged by high glucose levels. Elevated levels of glucose are a key characteristic of diabetes.

British researchers at the University of Warwick examined the impact of sulforaphane, broccoli's core cancer-fighting chemical, on blood vessel cells damaged by high glucose levels. Elevated levels of glucose are a key characteristic of diabetes. The researchers discovered that the compound stimulated a protein in the body that protects blood vessels and guards cells and tissues from damage.

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Add some Vitamin C to your diet for healthier skin.  Vitamin C is found in foods like oranges, pink grapefruits, red peppers, papayas, brocolli, kale, and baked potatoes -- is an excellent source of antioxidants that strengthen skin tissue and help skin repair itself. It has properties capable of penetrating deep within the skin to provide healthier and younger-looking skin.

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Find ways to move your body on a daily basis. Climb stairs when you have a choice between stairs and escalators or elevators. Walk the dog, chase your children, mow the lawn, vacuum the house--anything that moves your limbs is not only a fitness tool, it's a stress buster. Think "keep moving" in small doses. It doesn't have to be an hour in the gym, a 45-minute aerobic class, or kickboxing, although those activities a few times a week will help. In the meantime, keep moving.

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These easy exercises are perfect for all beginners.

•  Simple Ballet Moves The releves and plies with balance exercise uses the classic dance form to challenge and improve balance, strengthens ankles, and sculpts calves and upper thighs.
• Weight Exercises Resistance training may help slow the aging process. Try this simple routine (all you need are 2- to 3-pound hand weights and a yoga mat) at home or at the gym.
• Soothing Twists The ancient art of qigong uses breath and fluid to increase the flow of energy throughout the body.
• Beginner's Weight Training This 20-minute routine works the chest, back, legs, and arms, and is great if you're just starting out with weight training.
• Simple Pilates Moves The Standing Pilates Saw aligns the body and helps with posture.
• Stability Ball Exercises This simple set of exercises using the stability ball tones abdominal tissue, encourages balance, and more.

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All you need is a 20-inch beach ball and two minutes to get the stomach and legs you've been looking for! This super sculpting move will burn calories and keep you in bikini shape long after summer is over.

Lie on left side with legs stacked, ball between calves. Prop upper body on bent left forearm and place right arm, palm down, in front of you for support. Squeeze ball as you raise legs about 12 inches off ground (as shown). Slowly return to start. Do 12 reps. Switch sides; repeat.

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Here are 6 ways to feel more recharged and revitalized:  

1. After a long day, a warm bath sets the stage for a peaceful, restorative night's sleep by signaling your body that it's time to rest. Enhance your experience by stocking your shelves with indulgent bath products. After soaking, wrap yourself in a comfortable robe and cozy slippers for a truly soothing evening ritual. 
2. Wake Up with an Energizing Scrub
3. Enjoy a Foot Scrub For a luxurious experience that will boost circulation and feel great, try this simple foot mask. It combines spices, skin-soothing ingredients such as oatmeal and honey, and the invigorating essence of orange.

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